May 2014

Childhood poisoning – what should you be on the lookout for?

Childhood poisoning is a grim reality in the world we live in, and regardless of how careful you are, it is still possible that your child may access poisonous products which they then ingest. The most disturbing thing is that this will usually occur with kids who are around 5 years of age, and this …

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What are some of the problems faced by premature babies?

What are the problems faced by premature babies? Pregnancy will usually last up to about 40 weeks, but in some cases, babies are born before this period is over, leading to numerous problems faced by premature babies. Babies who are born before 37 weeks of pregnancy are referred to as premature babies, and will usually …

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What you need to know about the Rotavirus vaccine

The Rotavirus vaccine is made up of up to five different strains of the rotavirus, and is obtained from human sources as well as animal sources. When small children and infants are infected with the virus, it causes damage to different parts of the digestive system. This leads to serious stomach disorders, and it is …

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